Hacky

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Become an elite hacker in cyberpunk typing simulator. Infiltrate networks, steal data by typing simple commands. Unlocking new abilities as you go deeper. No coding skills needed.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

61%

Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

atmosphere1 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game provides a fun and immersive experience, allowing players to feel like real hackers with its engaging mechanics and stylish art.
It features a unique blend of typing and strategy, making it enjoyable for both casual and more serious gameplay styles.
The game is considered a great value for its price, with many players finding it to be a steal for the entertainment it offers.

The tutorial is lacking in detail, leaving players confused about how to progress and utilize game mechanics effectively.
Players have reported frustrating gameplay due to random level generation that can lead to impossible scenarios, requiring restarts.
There are issues with immersion-breaking mechanics, such as the inability to easily cancel a playthrough or the use of nonsensical commands to access nodes.

gameplay
4 mentions
25 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a blend of typing mechanics, strategy, and node exploration, creating an engaging experience that balances challenge and fun. Players appreciate the reasonable difficulty and the option to increase challenges, while the atmosphere and music effectively complement the hacking theme. Overall, the game offers a compelling and enjoyable experience without being overwhelming.
- “Overall, excellent little game. The difficulty is very reasonable (and of course there are options to challenge yourself more). Balance is generally good, gameplay is fun and engaging without feeling overwhelming. The atmosphere and music are exactly what you would expect from a hacking game. I am having a lot of fun, and I expect you will too.”
- “The fourth problem: it seems like this game goes for an 'all or nothing' style of gameplay.”
- “As for gameplay, it does have a lot of typing, being almost entirely controlled through commands and keyboard spam.”
- “The mechanics of the game are basically a typing game mixed with strategy and node exploration.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is well-crafted, featuring music and visuals that align perfectly with the hacking theme, enhancing the overall experience. Players find it engaging and enjoyable, contributing to a fun and immersive gameplay environment.
- “Overall, excellent little game. The difficulty is very reasonable (and of course there are options to challenge yourself more). Balance is generally good, gameplay is fun and engaging without feeling overwhelming. The atmosphere and music are exactly what you would expect from a hacking game. I am having a lot of fun, and I expect you will too.”
music
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game effectively complements its hacking theme, enhancing the overall atmosphere and engagement without being overwhelming. Players find it fitting and enjoyable, contributing positively to the gaming experience.
- “Overall, excellent little game. The difficulty is very reasonable (and of course there are options to challenge yourself more). Balance is generally good, gameplay is fun and engaging without feeling overwhelming. The atmosphere and music are exactly what you would expect from a hacking game. I am having a lot of fun, and I expect you will too.”